Jeremiah 42:18
For thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; As mine anger and my fury hath been poured forth upon the inhabitants of Jerusalem; so shall my fury be poured forth upon you, when ye shall enter into Egypt: and ye shall be an execration, and an astonishment, and a curse, and a reproach; and ye shall see this place no more.
Jeremiah 42:18 · King James Version
Meaning
The verse you are referring to is a warning given by the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, to the people of Jerusalem. The anger and fury of God had been poured out upon the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and now the same fate awaits those who choose to enter Egypt. The consequences of their actions will result in being cursed, reproached, and becoming an execration and an astonishment. This serves as a reminder of the consequences of disobedience and the severity of God's judgment. The people are warned that they will never see their homeland again if they choose to enter Egypt. This verse serves as a cautionary tale and a reminder of the consequences of turning away from God's will.
Theological Overview
This verse, found in the book of Jeremiah, contains strong language of judgment from the Lord towards the people of Israel. The theological interpretation of this passage reveals that God's anger and fury were poured out on Jerusalem due to the sins of its inhabitants, and the same fate awaits those who choose to seek refuge in Egypt instead of repenting and turning to God. The word "execration" in this context refers to being cursed or despised, while "astonishment" implies being shocked or horrified by the consequences of disobedience. The word "reproach" speaks to the shame and disgrace that comes with going against God's will. This verse serves as a warning to all who hear it, emphasizing the importance of obedience and faithfulness to avoid the wrath of the Lord.
Jeremiah 42:18 in other translations
American Standard Version
For thus saith Jehovah of hosts, the God of Israel: As mine anger and my wrath hath been poured forth upon the inhabitants of Jerusalem, so shall my wrath be poured forth upon you, when ye shall enter into Egypt; and ye shall be an execration, and an astonishment, and a curse, and a reproach; and ye shall see this place no more.
World English Bible
For thus says Yahweh of Armies, the God of Israel: As my anger and my wrath has been poured out on the inhabitants of Jerusalem, so shall my wrath be poured out on you, when you shall enter into Egypt; and you shall be an object of horror, and an astonishment, and a curse, and a reproach; and you shall see this place no more.
Douay-Rheims
For thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel: As my anger and my indignation hath been kindled against the inhabitants of Jerusalem: so shall my indignation be kindled against you, when you shall enter into Egypt, and you shall be an execration, and an astonishment, and a curse, and a reproach: and you shall see this place no more.
Geneva Bible (1599)
For thus saith the Lord of hostes the God of Israel, As mine anger and my wrath hath bene powred foorth vpon the inhabitants of Ierusalem: so shall my wrath be powred foorth vpon you, when ye shall enter into Egypt, and ye shall be a detestation, and an astonishment, and a curse and a reproche, and ye shall see this place no more.